Edamame Salad

Ingredients and Weight:

• Edamame, shelled: 1 pound
• Avocado, ripe: 1, diced
• Cherry tomatoes, halved: 1 cup
• Radishes, thinly sliced: 1/2 cup
• Green onions, thinly sliced: 1/4 cup
• Cilantro, chopped: 1/4 cup

For the Dressing:

• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Lime juice: 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
• Honey: 1 tablespoon
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 5 minutes (for cooking edamame)

Difficulty Level:

• 1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook the edamame: In a large pot of boiling water, cook the edamame for 5 minutes until tender but still slightly firm. Drain and rinse under cold water.
2. Combine the ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the edamame, avocado, cherry tomatoes, radishes, green onions, and cilantro.
3. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, salt, and pepper.
4. Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 7g

Dish Characteristics:

• Fresh and crunchy
• Vibrant colors and flavors
• Healthy and satisfying
• Suitable for American tastes

User Comments:

• "This salad is so refreshing and delicious! It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner."
• "I love the combination of edamame, avocado, and cherry tomatoes. The dressing is also perfect."
• "This salad is easy to make and healthy. I'll definitely be making it again."
• "I'm not usually a fan of edamame, but this salad is amazing. I highly recommend it!"
• "This salad is great for parties or potlucks. It's always a hit."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Choose edamame that is fresh and bright green in color.
• If you don't have fresh edamame, you can use frozen edamame. Cook it according to the package instructions.
• Add more or less soy sauce to adjust the saltiness to your liking.
• For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the dressing.
• This salad is best served fresh. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.